Meeting the demands of the modern buyer
How technology, immersive content, and AI are reshaping what buyers expect — and what agents need to do to stay ahead
Jake Gardam’s Instagram strategy delivers $650,000 sale in five days
Jake Gardam's strategic use of social media as a market testing tool delivered a five-day sale in a surprisingly resilient…
Transparent strategy drives dream result for Chippendale unit vendors
A transparent buyer's guide strategy and competitive tension between four parties delivered vendors their dream price in One…
NSW to launch Smart Rental Bonds to ease renters’ upfront costs
NSW’s new Smart Rental Bonds system will allow tenants to transfer bonds between properties for $25, aiming to…
National vacancy rate drops to 1.1% as rental squeeze tightens
Darwin and Hobart lead rent rises with double-digit annual growth, while Perth and Brisbane remain among the tightest…
The Rubinstein Group adds collective sales specialists after $30m deal
Jennifer Binetter and Carmen Culina join the eastern suburbs agency after co-leading a 39-lot collective sale in Rushcutters…
The week AI helped sell one home and nearly blew up another
From a Florida homeowner selling with ChatGPT to a US$50M deal nearly derailed by AI advice, learn why real estate success now hinges on human judgment, not just information.
The Agency strengthens people-first growth strategy with Reeboot AI wellbeing rollout
The Agency is providing 850 staff and their families free access to Reeboot AI, an on-demand mental health platform designed to combat burnout and stigma in the high-pressure real estate industry.
Ravi Goyal adds $120,000 to The Ponds sale after presentation overhaul
After a four-month campaign with another agent failed to deliver, Ravi Goyal transformed the presentation and secured $120,000 above the previous agency's best offer.
Scaling a rent roll without eroding margin
Crossub co-founder Geng Xu says most agencies hire their way into rent roll growth – and watch the margin disappear. His firm offers principals a different model: scale the portfolio, skip the headcount, keep the profit.
Kingston property manager becomes agency owner
As International Women’s Day approaches, one Tasmanian real estate professional is marking the occasion with a significant career milestone - Nikita Phillips has acquired First National Real Estate Kingston and stepped into the role of Managing Director.
Alistair Shearer joins Belle Property Mornington | Mount Eliza to lead next phase of property management growth
Belle Property Mornington | Mount Eliza has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of respected industry leader Alistair Shearer as Head of Property Management and equity partner, reinforcing the office’s commitment to building a best-in-class property management division on the Mornington Peninsula.
The three-person leadership model transforming agencies
Michael Nitschke says most principals are stuck in the weeds. The fix isn’t more hustle — it’s a tight leadership structure, disciplined weekly rhythm and…
AREC26 focuses on top agents for practical insights to drive growth
AREC26 returns to the Gold Coast this May, featuring industry titans like Josh Altman and Josh Flagg. The event focuses on mastering market fundamentals and…
REA Excellence Award winners announced for 2025
Industry leaders unite to redefine real estate excellence
Sydney’s Oaks Hotel sells for $140m after four-year bidding saga
The Neutral Bay institution changes hands from the Thomas family to Gallagher Hotel Management in what brokers describe as a record Australian pub transaction.
Steady guidance through uncertain times
Master uncertain real estate markets with clarity, as Shane Kempton helps you guide clients through rising costs, global events, and…
The hidden cost of assumption: how one question can make or break a deal
Stop guessing what your clients know; a 30-second check-in could save thousands and close more…
The consequences of keeping 360kg gorillas
When a high-performing ‘gorilla’ threatens more than revenue: the hidden costs of big personalities in…
Stop chasing silver bullets and start stacking points
Consistency is the ultimate competitive advantage. When the market gets noisy, the best agents win…
When affordability solves one problem and creates another
As affordability drives buyers into regional Western Australia, housing pressure is rising for locals. Shane…
Shorts
The ultimate guide: 35 practical ChatGPT tips for real estate professionals
35 actionable AI strategies for real estate agents: write sharper listings, plan smarter, and win…
When execution is cheap, judgment is worth the premium
In an era where AI eliminates the "blank page," human judgment becomes the industry’s scarcest…
realestate.com.au launches its first real estate app for ChatGPT
Realestate.com.au brings property search to ChatGPT, allowing Aussies to find homes through natural conversation rather…
Thinking of switching careers into real estate? Read this first
With career-changers flooding into real estate, a former compliance professional outlines why the industry still…
If it’s not searchable, it may as well not exist
In an industry where sold prices are visible but strategy rarely is, structured editorial content…
The AI Edit Ep. 3: Stop buying fish – why inbound is the lead source that compounds
Edge Case: Will The Real Estate Office Still Exist in Five Years?
Four pillars shaping the most successful real estate agencies in 2026
Tony Morrison: Why Your Best Listing Presentation Happens in Your Office, Not Their Kitchen
Why Candice Whinnett Dedicates One Day a Week to AI
